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Fall into flavor

The Paris apartment

P. 12 Options galore

P. 18 Ingredients for an autumnal bourbon cocktail

P. 32 International appeal with hometown luxuries

It’s hip to be square.

Vases for any occasion.

Amping up outdoor fabrics.

17 LIVING Going bold with wall murals.

How to decorate your mantel.

Autumnal recipes to try.

Five things to know about siding.

Four recent home sales.

32 THE PARIS APARTMENT Building a dream home with international inspiration realized in midtown.

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36 MIDCENTURY TO THE MAX A young couple’s foray into homeownership allows them to lean into their love of color and mod aesthetics.

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41 HOME REMODELING SHOWCASE Seven local projects on display for the ultimate inspirational home tour, presented by the Remodelers Council of the Home Builders Association of Greater Tulsa.

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I adore the stories our homes can tell.

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These lessons in life, love and passions are exem-

Paris without leaving Tulsa. International travel,

plified in several of the articles in this issue of

along with changes in their own life, provided

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the Hemphills inspiration for a new, custom

For instance, as Cale Chronister and Bailey

home that would meet all their wants and needs.

Lafitte continue to settle into the 1960s home

Their beautiful home, and the story behind it,

they purchased last year, the couple makes discov-

begins on p. 32.

eries again and again. Sure, some vintage barware

Full-time artist Casey Reed loves that her art

was left behind, but no one could have guessed the

is the backdrop to family life. As well as smaller,

treasures they would unroll in the garage.

traditional sizes, Reed paints wall murals which

Just a few weeks ago, Chronister discovered

often depict or represent meaningful locations,

half a dozen rolled canvases tucked away on a

memories and nostalgia. Just looking at her col-

high shelf. While they have received a bit of water

orful creations can easily elicit a smile. Read more

damage over the years, they unrolled each to find

about Reed on p. 20.

This was a fun issue to put together. I hope its

artist named Marilyn Murphy. After finding

contents inspire a shopping trip to a local retailer,

those early surrealist paintings, the couple googled

or a conversation with a local designer to finally

to find out more about Murphy and hopefully

take that step to making your home your own. But

connect.

most of all, I hope it gives you a moment to sit

in Vanderbilt University’s Department of Art. Her

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back, relax and unwind.

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Lafitte has plans to remount the canvases and display them in her home. It’s somewhat symbiotic that these paintings were embraced by the artistic and color-loving couple. You can read more about their home beginning on p. 36.

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n the 1950s, when the ranch style home was in high demand, Tulsa was experiencing yet another population boom. As a result, there is hardly a neighborhood in the city that doesn’t have an example of this popular architectural style. We are still acquainted with many of its lingering design signatures like oak cabinets and square ceramic tile in an array of colors.

While we have spent years tearing out the ‘dated’ bathrooms in this style of home, we aren’t ready to say goodbye to it altogether. Over the past few years square tiles have been subtly sneaking back onto the scene. This retro look has been given new life with updated colors, glazes, uneven surfaces and imperfect edges that lend a ‘handmade’ quality, making them more versatile to incorporate into any design style. The simple shape is the perfect companion for bolder patterns, like this Schumacher Giove print, and the variation in color within each tile can be a showstopper. Install them with the grout joints aligned or offset for a more rustic, shingle-style cottage look. Pair it with a unique bronze fixture or modernize it with gold tones and sleek lines.” TP

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STOREFRONT

Viva la vase

From left, small black minaret vase, $72.50, Richard Neel Home, 3742 S. Peoria Ave.; round jug vase, $60, Magpie, 415 E. 12th St.; square window vase, $42.50, Magpie; artesian carving vase, $18.50, Richard Neel Home; Harriet fishbowl vase by Juliska, $215, Amber Marie and Co., 4932 E. 91st St.; smoky bud vase, $19, Jenkins and Co., 1335 E. 11th St., Suite E

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On-trend vases vary in shape, size and style.

Find a new vessel at a local retailer.

From left, Doyers acrylic bud vase, $96.99, Amber Marie and Co., 4932 E. 91st St.; thick acrylic vase, $275, Clear, 2207 E. Sixth St.; crystal glass three-hole bud vase, $142, Amber Marie and Co.; crystal hexagon bud vase, $70, Clear

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OUTDOOR LIVING

Branford in turquoise

Sonriza print in marine and pool

Sella li in aqua

Hickox in yellow

Vegan leather in dijon

Citrus garden in primary

Oscar in leaf

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Inside out

Fabrics courtesy Schumacher

PERFORMANCE FABRICS ARE NOT WHAT THEY USED TO BE.

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ith more people spending time at home since COVID-19, outdoor living spaces are now more desired and requested than ever, according to local interior designer Lindsay Gray. “People see it as an extension of their home,” she says. “Of course, they want it to be equally as beautiful.”

Gray notes one of the biggest things to consider for outdoor spaces is the varied weather. “We experience all four seasons in Oklahoma … we have to worry about mildew, stains, pollen, snow, sun — all of it,” she says.

However, performance fabrics have evolved in such a way people no longer have to sacrifice style or comfort for durability. “In the past we’ve mostly seen Sunbrella for outdoor use, but that was really just fade-resistant,” Gray says. Now most of the indoor/outdoor fabric brands on the market, such as 14

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InsideOut, FibreGuard and Crypton, are stain-resistant and fade-resistant.

Outdoor fabrics used to be rough to the touch.

Not anymore, according to Gray. “Now they are soft and come in an abundance of choices, from woven to leather-like material, and even velvet and chenille,” she says.

There is a level of necessary care to prolong the life of outdoor furnishings. “I kind of relate it to prepping a wall to paint — as long as you’re willing to put in the effort to prep, your paint will go on smoother and last longer,” she says. “Same with fabrics — as long as you’re willing to take care of them on a regular basis, they’re going to last you a really long time.”

Gray recommends clients vacuum or blow off their furnishings periodically, steam clean or professionally clean once a year and treat stains

promptly. Gray also advises letting the fabric dry after cleaning. “We know moisture attracts dust and dirt, so be sure to let fabrics dry thoroughly.”

Whether you want a botanical print, a solid color or a pattern, chances are you will be able to find it. With so many options, Gray says the performance fabrics on the market today offer limitless design choices. “Upholstery is obviously the No. 1 use for these fabrics, but I’ve used them on pillows, curtains, accessories like poufs and ottomans. They even make decorative tapes and trims for pillows and curtains,” she says.

Now is the time to start planning that space, Gray says. “Fall is when you should start thinking about that so it’s new, fresh and ready for spring,” she says of reupholstered outdoor cushions and furnishings. “It would make a great gift for the holidays.” TP

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LIVING Seasonal spice Find fall entertaining inspiration, including this apple cider bourbon cocktail, on the next page.

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DINING IN AUTUMNAL SIMPLE SYRUP ½ cup water ½ cup brown sugar ¼ teaspoon cinnamon, or 1 cinnamon stick ⅛ teaspoon ground coriander ⅛ teaspoon allspice Highball glasses courtesy Richard Neel Home, 3742 S. Peoria Ave.; flute, tray and ice bucket courtesy Clear, 2207 E. Sixth St.

Pour all ingredients into a small saucepan, whisk until blended. Bring to a simmer, then allow to continue simmering for about 5 minutes.

Let cool, then store in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Serve this beverage in a traditional cocktail glass, or pour it into a small Mason jar and garnish with a cinnamon stick or dried apple ring for festive fall fun.

APPLE CIDER BOURBON COCKTAIL 4 ounces bourbon 4 ounces apple cider 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice 1 ½ ounces Autumnal Simple Syrup Fill a large cocktail shaker with ice.

Add the bourbon, apple cider, lemon juice and Autumnal Simple Syrup.

Shake or stir, then strain the drink between two glasses.

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one are the tropical and fruity drinks of summer. In the fall, we want our cocktails to have a bit more complexity, a little spice and definitely some warmth — all the better if it comes from bourbon.

Although they can be delicious, it’s almost too easy to slap “pumpkin spice” onto a basic cocktail and call it good. Create something dynamic instead by combining flavors like whiskey with fresh ginger, raw honey and simple syrup. Or cinnamon syrup with cognac. Or how about dark rum with apple brandy and lemon?

A good starting point is to create an autumnal simple syrup. Use this recipe that combines

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brown sugar with cinnamon, coriander and allspice. It’s not overly sweet since the spice balances the flavor. Try this syrup in any cocktail recipe where you want just a touch of sweetness.

Pro tip: The syrup also is fabulous when drizzled over baked apples or mingled into hot tea.

Another way to add a touch of fall to your favorite drinks is to swap ingredients, such as apple cider for orange juice. Mimosas are great year-round, but for something fun in the fall, try an apple cider mimosa. Simply combine equal parts sparkling white wine and apple cider in a champagne flute. This is a fun one to serve at a bridal shower or fall brunch.

Pomegranate is a flavor that’s always welcomed, but the rich color is especially pretty in the fall. Try a simple pomegranate cocktail made with equal parts pomegranate juice, ginger beer and vodka. This is a vibrant drink that can be made individually or in a large pitcher for a party.

Cranberry is another quintessential fall fruit, and its juice is a classic cocktail mixer. Use it in unexpected ways, like in a margarita, Moscow mule or a gin fizz.

Whether it’s hot or over ice, mixing fall flavors into a cocktail brings a warmth as comforting as a favorite sweater. It’s a delicious way to celebrate the season. TP

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Just a bite A fall-inspired cocktail calls for a delicious bite to go with it. One of our favorite snacks is whipped ricotta with grilled bread. For fall inspiration, add earthy herbs like thyme, rosemary and oregano. Grilling the bread takes more time, but it’s worth it.

WHIPPED HERBED RICOTTA WITH GRILLED BREAD Brush bread with olive oil and grill on a hot grill or 12 slices thick-sliced crusty bread grill pan. Sprinkle with coarse sea salt.

2 tablespoons olive oil, separated Vigorously whisk together ricotta and milk until 2 cups ricotta light and fluffy. Add salt and pepper, continuing to 1/2 to 1 cup whole milk (depending on the mix. thickness of the ricotta) Pour into a shallow serving bowl. Drizzle olive oil 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt over ricotta. Sprinkle with herbs. Spread ricotta over 1 teaspoon ground black pepper sliced bread, or serve bread with the bowl of ricotta 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary for dipping. TP 1 teaspoon fresh oregano leaves

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BOLD IDEAS

Life’s backdrop

TULSA ARTIST INCORPORATES PAINTED WALL MURALS INTO HER REPERTOIRE.

BY HADLEY DEJARNETTE

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people started wanting to buy them, so I left my big career due to burnout and the pandemic, and thought I would do this for a little while.” Since then, Reed’s artwork has taken off and she is now pursuing a full-time art career.

Reed painted her first wall mural last October while redoing her daughter’s bathroom. After peeling four layers of wallpaper off the walls and seeing how messy and uneven the walls were, she decided it would be much easier to paint them instead. Reed posted the pictures online and received a great response from customers wanting the same thing in their homes. She has painted everything from laundry rooms and entryways to large accent walls and small bathrooms.

Reed enjoys working with her clients to create a color palette and pattern they love and that works well with the room. The murals are extremely customizable and can include things like children’s handprints or meaningful images to the family.

“Art is something that can make you happy every day,” Reed says. “I love it when I see my clients taking family candids and my art is in the background. I want my art to be the backdrop to family life.” TP

Casey Reed

Top, Haley and Patrick McCord commissioned artist Casey Reed to create a mural inspired by downtown Tulsa’s Center of the Universe, where the couple held their wedding ceremony. The mural is in a bedroom designed by Luxe Furniture and Design’s Michelle Harrison.

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asey Reed always says paintings — especially the big ones — are the backdrop to our lives. This Tulsa artist brings these words a new meaning through her wall murals designed to be a cheaper, easier alternative to wallpaper.

“I like to paint really big,” Reed says. “I like bold colors and I’m kind of messy. It’s hard for me to contain my art to a small space, so walls just make sense.”

Anyone who has worked with wallpaper knows just how difficult and time consuming it is to peel the layers off and apply new strips, not to mention expensive. For those wanting to customize their own home but avoid the hassle of wallpaper, Reed’s murals might be the perfect solution.

Reed discovered her love for art about four years ago when painting with her kids and realized she loved painting way more than they did.

Throughout the pandemic, art was a creative outlet for Reed.

“I couldn’t really afford the kind of art I wanted for my home,” Reed says of large, luxury art, “so I just started painting these big canvases to put around my house. Probably about a year ago

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HOW TO...

It’s all about layering.

Start with the bigger statement pieces and work your way to smaller items by layering with various sizes and heights. “To break up the monotony for the eye you want a variety of heights and widths,” Eslicker says. “You don’t want to look up there to see three 4-by-6 (picture frames) with the exact same frame. I like to have maybe a 4-by-6, a 3-by-5 or an 8-by-10, whatever you can fit on there, but definitely mixing up the sizes and the heights.”

Stick to odd numbers.

“I always work in odds,” Eslicker says. “I think odds is the way to do it because then it’s not so perfect. You’re not seeing just a mirror image of each other, there’s some depth to it.”

If you plan to use multiple pieces of the same type of item, such as candle sticks or picture frames, Eslicker recommends using three or five of those elements.

Save by reusing the same elements.

The base garland for the holiday mantel is something that can be reused every season with different pieces.

“My trick of the trade is to use zip ties,” Eslicker says. “They’re easy to use and you just clip them off when you’re done. It’s all temporary so there’s never one that looks exactly the same year to year.” Also, don’t be afraid to reuse items from different seasons. For example, Christmas ornaments in oranges, purples, reds and yellows could be a great addition to a fall mantelpiece.

Color and texture are your greatest assets.

MATTERS

MAKE A STATEMENT WITH A DECORATIVE MANTEL.

BY HADLEY DEJARNETTE As the focal point in any room, the mantel is a great place to showcase your favorite decor and bring personality into your home. Whitney Eslicker, owner of Adorn Designs, has plenty of tips and tricks for how to decorate the holiday — and everyday —mantel.

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Infuse personality into it.

“I think most importantly, don’t try to do something that’s not you,” Eslicker says. “Just because my style is over the top doesn’t mean I can’t appreciate a minimalist look, but I’m not going to try to incorporate that into my home because it doesn’t fit me.” A mantel can be the centerpiece of a room, so make sure to fill it with things that you love and make you smile. TP

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Mantel

Color and texture are two elements that will really help make your mantel stand out. Use as much or as little color as you want, but don’t be afraid to use colors you haven’t used before.

Metallics, florals, feathers and greenery are great ways to add texture and dimension. You could go for more of a neutral look or try something bright and eye-catching. Eslicker recommends picking a color scheme that’s not going to grow weary on your eyes if you want something to keep up year-round.

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Press success TULSA INTERIOR DESIGNER’S WORK APPEARS IN NEW COFFEE TABLE BOOK.

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This Denver home’s kitchen was designed by Tulsan Bailey Austin, above right, whose work for this project was captured in the recently released “Modish: The book of great design.”

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AUSTIN: COURTESY; INTERIORS: KACEY GILPIN PHOTOGRAPHY

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ational home designer Bailey Austin is proud of her project recently published in “Modish: The book of great design” for a few reasons. For starters, it’s the first time her work has appeared in a hardcover book presentation. “I couldn’t be happier and prouder of my entire team for the recognition,” Austin says.

“Being published is definitely a bucket list item for me, and I still can’t believe it is really happening.”

She’s also the only Oklahoman in the book.

The born and raised Tulsan graduated in 2008 from Oklahoma State University with a bachelor’s degree in architecture and moved to New York City to work for Pelli Clark Pelli, an international architecture firm.

Coming back to her home state in 2011, she opened Austin Bean Design Studio with designer Mel Bean, and branched out on her own in 2018 with Bailey Austin Design.

The project that appears in “Modish” — a home in Denver — strikes a sentimental note for Austin, as the client is one of her sorority sisters. Their friendship gave Austin personalized insight into the designs of the house. “The project also most closely mirrors my own personal style — clean, neutral with a big emphasis on art and texture,” Austin explains.

Austin enlisted Tulsa-based photographer Kacey Gilpin — who also happens to be a sorority sister — for the home’s photoshoot. The three sorority sisters’ involvement made this project extra close-knit for Austin.

The project began in 2017 and was completed just last year. Austin’s favorite parts of the house include the lighting — mostly from Urban Electric and Visual Comfort — and the home’s overall layout. “It is an open space, but still feels very intimate,” Austin explains.

Designing for families provides versatile experiences and opportunities since every family and home is different. Austin believes design is “a beautiful opportunity to see life lived in so many different ways.” TP

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here are many older Tulsa homes that were built with wood siding. After decades of storms, snow, wind, heat and everything else that’s been thrown at a house’s exterior, it could be time to replace the siding.

Here are things to know when shopping for a new look for your home.

Repair or replace?

Depending on the severity of wear and tear, repairing is an option, but two things to consider are how much needs to be replaced, and painting.

Wood siding is very expensive, so the cost to repair affected areas and paint can quickly approach the cost to simply replace it all with new siding made from an alternative material. There’s also a good chance you will want to repaint your whole house depending on the amount of siding replaced and how long it’s been since you painted.

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There are so many options.

When it comes to picking the material, there are numerous choices. According to Consumer Reports, the most popular is vinyl because of its low cost, efficiency and a life expectancy of up to 100 years with good upkeep. Another popular choice is fiber cement siding, which also is known as Hardie board siding. It can be up to five times thicker than vinyl, and it is low maintenance.

How much siding will it take?

Siding is sold by the square. If you’re not in construction this might sound odd. One “square” equals 100 square feet, so multiply height by width, then divide by 100 for total “squares.”

Deciding the siding.

Siding is sold by thickness in millimeters. The American Society of Testing and Materials

requires vinyl siding be 0.035 inches thick, but most companies start at 0.040 inches (or 40 mm).

When doing an estimate, Tulsa-based Diversified Construction and Remodeling offers pricing options from 0.040 to 0.046 inches.

“If you choose the 40 millimeter it is going to protect your home and keep it insulated for many years,” says Diversified’s Tim Pennington. “Each step up is more protection from wind, hail and everything else that can hit your walls. There are many things for you to consider when it comes to choosing siding.”

What color?

Shopping for siding is like shopping for wallpaper or carpet. There are books and books of samples and a plethora of colors. If there’s a paint color out there, there’s likely a siding color that’s the same or very similar. TP

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TIPS TO CONSIDER WHEN SHOPPING FOR HOUSES.

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hether purchasing a home for the first time or the third, a lot has changed recently. Here is a handy checklist to guide you through the classic home buying questions, as well as a few more recent consideration factors.

Let agents do the work.

Hire a good agent.

“There’s no substitution for a connected agent,” says SueAnn Blair, a real estate agent with McGraw Realtors with over 21 years of experience. “One of the best ways to find an agent is to ask for referrals from trusted colleagues. Knowledge of prior experience beats googling every time. You want an agent who knows about things before it hits popular sites and apps. You already have lots of competition once a listing gets there.”

“With all the information out there, buyers have taken a lot of the home-buying work on themselves. You should let agents work harder for you.

Knowing what you want in your first or next or last home and communicating that to your agent is key,” says Blair, noting an experienced agent also can walk you through identifying your needs.

“Give them as much inspiration as you can give and let them fulfill your needs.”

What to expect from lenders.

“Go ahead and gather your documents,” Hodges says, “but don’t make any financial moves, paying off or paying down, without talking to your lender … they can advise you on what moves will benefit you the most with an upcoming home purchase.” For example, there are some actions, like paying off debt that may actually negatively affect your credit scores. He notes lenders will request two years of tax returns, W-2s, and 30 days of pay stubs and bank statements. Additionally, Hodges recommends checking with local lenders. “Often local financial institutions can offer programs and opportunities tailored to the local market.”

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Find the perfect home.

A creative agent also can help you see the potential in a home. “The gems are in the befores,” Blair says. “You have to be open-minded. A house may not seem like exactly what you want, but a good agent can help you see what small and large, quick or future improvements are possible. Paint, light fixtures and cabinet pulls are the home jewelry that can quickly customize a house.” TP

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Tour the home in person.

“Most people look online,” Blair says. “They fall in love with a house from the photos alone, but then tour, and for example, see that rooms aren’t as big as they seemed online. Don’t hesitate to reach out to an agent for a tour.”

“There will continue to be a very high demand for homes,” says Chris Hodges, senior vice president of mortgage lending at Arvest Bank. Various other economic factors aside, Hodges points to millennials reaching their mid-30s and continuing to marry and grow their families. “Current purchases are driven by a very high demand,” he says. “Buyers shouldn’t sit on the sidelines waiting for home prices to come down or interest rates to change. If the time is right, they need to speak to a Realtor and make that move.”

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he Tulsa real estate market remains steady according to recent data from the Greater Tulsa Association of Realtors and local professionals.

“Tulsa continues to lack housing inventory and we still have a great deal of pre-approved buyers,” says Ashley Wozniak, a real estate agent with Coldwell Banker Select for the past eight years. “The (Fed’s) rate increase has slowed down the pace a bit, but (it’s) still going strong.”

The June Tulsa Average Market report states year-to-date a home is on the market an average of 15 days — a significant difference from 45 days in 2018. The largest market share of closed listings — 26.3% — were in the range of $225,001-$300,000. Sellers are getting close to 100% of their asking price.

Perhaps given today’s work-from-home habits, a home office is on the top of the musthave list, as well as a pool.

“Tulsa has been on everyone’s radar from California to New York because of our affordable homes and lifestyles,” Wozniak says. “Many have relocated to Tulsa to work remotely and travel more.” She stresses buyers need to remain prepared and patient in this market as homes are selling quickly at or near asking price if it’s priced well, in good condition and in an ideal location. “As for sellers, it is still a fantastic time to list your home. We have a huge demand for homes and plenty of buyers ready to go.”

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1. Built in 1925, this midtown bungalow has three bedrooms, two full baths with a spacious kitchen, detached garage and pleasant front porch. Recent upgrades include Hurd wood windows, new hot water tank and new driveway.

2. In the gated Signal Hill neighborhood sits this Country French home with four first-floor bedrooms, chef’s kitchen, family room, study and game room. Mature trees, pool, outdoor fireplace and more make this a home a personal retreat.

3. This midtown home built in 1954 is colonial in style with amenities like ample storage, two living spaces and a walkout basement. The open kitchen boasts a large eating space and outside the professionally landscaped lot includes a screened porch, outdoor patio, greenhouse and more.

4. Set on a green belt with mature trees, this south Tulsa home’s exterior amenities include three outdoor living areas and a gunite pool. Inside, the five-bedroom home — with two of the bedrooms on the main floor — features a remodeled kitchen with luxury appliances, 9-foot doors and Honduran pine floors. TP Fall 2022

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The Paris

APARTMENT A Tulsa couple builds their dream home from international inspiration.

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The black and white kitchen is classic yet bold featuring Black Forest granite, a black Bertazzoni Italia range topped with a vent hood painted Sherwin Williams’ Black Magic and contrasting cabinetry in Sherwin Williams’ Whitesail with Pussywillow accents.

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haron and John Hemphill are no strangers to the home building process.

Having built two houses in the past, they knew exactly what they wanted — and needed — in their new home.

The couple fell in love with the area in 2008 when they downsized to a house just three blocks from their current one. “We were looking for a lot or a tear-down in that area for a couple of years,” John says. “Our search area was like a postage stamp.”

Sharon found the lot in 2018 and John began drafting a home to meet their current needs.

“Our family had changed — we have grandkids now so we needed a comfortable space for all our family to come over,” Sharon says.

With their previous builds, the Hemphills had worked exclusively with a builder and contractor, but a friend recommended they meet with Jason Gibson, principal architect and owner of Align Design Group, for this project.

“John approached us with a plan that he and his wife had drafted themselves,” Gibson says.

“It was one of the best drafted plans I’ve ever

received from a client.” Gibson’s team at Align took it from there and put everything together past that point.

Sharon wanted the space to feel like a Parisian apartment and came to their first meeting with a book of inspiration images, several of which she had taken herself while traveling. “The challenge was taking that design request, but still making the home feel like it fit in Tulsa,” Gibson says.

To fulfill Sharon’s vision, Gibson and his team added architectural elements such as window proportion and repetition, tall ceilings, Juliet balconies, extensive trim work and a dramatic marble staircase.

It was important to Gibson and the Hemphills to make sure the home fit in the context of the historic neighborhood. “We wanted to show Midtown you can go in and build a new house from the ground up, and it doesn’t have to be the biggest box you could possibly build on the site,” Gibson says.

It also was important to be street-friendly. “This neighborhood has a lot of walkers, so we wanted it to be more than a blank wall,” Gibson says of the

project that wrapped in 2020. Therefore, Gibson purposely set the home back beyond what the zoning border requires so it matches with other historic homes in the area. A large front porch and landscaping makes the home more inviting.

Inside the home, abundant natural light was a top request. The Hemphills also wanted an outdoor living area off the main living and kitchen space. This posed a problem for Gibson and his team, as covered outdoor structures can block light from entering the home’s interior, he says. The solution: add an extra-large skylight in the outdoor living structure so the doors in the main living area bring in more daylight. He then suggested a lightcolored paver for the outside flooring to reflect light into the house, especially in the winter.

The home also features a skylight in Sharon’s closet — perhaps her favorite space. “I spent a lot of time on Pinterest and knew what I wanted,” she says. Two big closet requirements were a place for everything and glass doors to keep clothes from getting dusty. “It has the feel of a high-end retail store,” Gibson says. “It’s almost like you’re shopping in Paris.”

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The powder bath offers a pop of color with walls painted Sherwin Williams’ Rosy Outlook.

Left, an extra large skylight in the outdoor living space allows natural light to still fill the home. Right, the homeowners wanted the staircase to be a showpiece, which required hands-on work from architect Jason Gibson — literally. He cut the exact curvature of each step by hand from sheets of plywood. Those templates were later used to cut the marble to top each step.

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The closet is not the only room Sharon had a hand in — she worked closely with the team to choose all the design selections, including the herringbone pattern white oak floors, which she says are reminiscent of a Paris apartment.

“We appreciate the way Jason (and his team) were able to marry the French style with a contemporary style in our home.”

One thing Sharon did not want in their main living space was a television. But Gibson had a solution for that, too. “They aren’t TV-over-the-fireplace kind of people, but the best option with the furnishings they chose was to locate the TV over the fireplace,” Gibson says. The architect worked with Video Revolution to install a drop-down screen built into the ceiling over the fireplace with a projector that also drops down from further back in the room.

“He had me at 100-inch screen,” John says. “It’s absolutely fantastic.”

Gibson is quick to give Hemphill credit for much of the home’s design, and John says the architect met and then surpassed his expectations. “What they were able to accomplish for us was incredible,” he says. “We absolutely love the home.” TP

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The laundry room features floor-to-ceiling Raku ocean tile and a dog washing station.

Custom touches, like the primary bath’s art niche above the tub, marble slab walls and shower glass surround, were done in exquisite detail.

The primary closet exudes the essence of a high-end retail shop.

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A vintage electric Yamaha piano fits perfectly with the living room and is functional — homeowner Cale Chronister is a Berryhill native and professional musician in the band Sports.

“It gives the room this spacey, midcentury feel,” says wife and designer Bailey Lafitte.

Midcentury to the max A designer and a musician make a home for themselves — and their personalities.

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Lafitte loved the idea of using cozy carpets in areas of her home, such as the bedroom.

She selected pink — and stayed with a pink and green palette much like the kitchen. The pink bubble pendant light is one of her favorite features. “I like that my clients love my colorful, bold style,” she says.

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n 2020, Bailey Lafitte and her husband, professional musician Cale Chronister, found themselves searching for homes to rent via Zillow. They were working from home, midpandemic, and their 500-square-foot apartment in Los Angeles was getting a little confined.

Lafitte was working at a LA-based architecture/interior design firm focusing on hospitality and residential projects. The Jenks native didn’t think she’d be coming back to Tulsa anytime soon, but after the pandemic began, her perspective changed.

“We had only lived in LA for about four years, and we thought we were going to be there forever. I got to design a home in Palm Springs — a historic (Donald) Wexler house. It was really fun,” Lafitte says. “But I’ve always wanted to start my own firm. We were looking at houses in Palm Springs and even Marfa, (Texas).

“Then we said, ‘Let’s look at Tulsa houses,’” she continues. “Why aren’t we buying one there?

We knew we couldn’t afford to buy a house in LA. I had calculated how many years it would take us to save for the down payment while still paying rent — it was ridiculous.”

When the pair found one they liked, they realized the opportunity to buy a home in Tulsa was too good to pass up.

to launch her own, A.B. Lafitte, and decided to showcase her colorful, artistic aesthetic by designing her new Tulsa home.

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Bailey Lafitte and Cale Chronister with Einstein

“We bought it sight unseen,” says the University of Oklahoma College of Architecture graduate. The couple was accepted to Tulsa Remote, a recruitment program to attract remote workers and digital nomads to the city, and a few months later they found themselves in a well-preserved 1962 home in south Tulsa that Lafitte is now using to explore her creativity.

“I had always wanted to explore my own style, and this house is like the incubator for all my ideas,” she says. “I really enjoy absurdity and eccentricity and I get bored easily. I wanted to experiment after many years of not being able to (in commercial design).”

She eventually left her job with the LA firm

For Lafitte, color is everything. Trends, not so much.

“Back in the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries, houses had their own stories,” she says. “It’s just more recently that we decided to abandon color and playful design.”

She loved the open kitchen and living room floor plan and many of its midcentury modern features, such as vaulted ceilings and built-in planters in the entryway. The last thing Lafitte planned to do was compromise the home’s natural charm.

“I loved the wood paneling and the parquet floor and so many of its original features,” she says. “We have a wet bar with original furry zebra walls. What other house has that?”

The original features that were in style in the early 1960s are what attracted Lafitte to the space.

“I don’t want to fight the house‚ I want to bring it to its best life,” she says. “I want to go all the way to the maximum volume. How far can I go to maintain the soul of the house?”

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Lafitte wanted a monochromatic theme with multiple textures for this room in the hue of baked clay. The carpet, drapes and even the velvet sofa and chairs (by Nuevo Living) give it the feel of “an elegant, moody cocktail lounge.”

Left, one of Lafitte’s favorite features of the house is the original wet bar behind folding avocado-hued doors. The furry zebra wall covering is original — and so is the cabinet and bar area. She says the previous owner even left behind some of the ’60s glassware.

Right, Lafitte added these modern sconces she found on Etsy whose vendor created a custom color finish.

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started with the carpet, which is a soft texture with rich color that she in turn matched to the wall paint, drapes and even the furniture to give it a monochromatic elegance.

“I wanted a lot of color. I love this kind of tangerine, baked clay color — it gives it a moody feeling,” she says.

In the kitchen, the floors had to come up because of asbestos, so she added light blue and ivory checkerboard vinyl to look like it could have been the original flooring.

She loves the original countertops, which are light pink with gold speckles — and she decided to go green with the cabinets — painting them the 1960s signature shade of avocado.

“I don’t chase trends — I chase a feeling that aligns with my identity and how I feel within myself,” she says. “I’m more into art and fashion and want to live in an environment that shows that.”

Lafitte wants to help her clients explore their personalities in their homes, too.

“I want to give people permission to do weird things,” she says. “I’m trying to normalize having an individualistic house and leaning into what you like.

“I get so much joy from being in a space,” she says. “I want to explore playfulness — design doesn’t have to be so serious.” TP

Top, embracing the midcentury home, Lafitte repainted the original cabinets and the refrigerator doors the ’60s signature avocado green and kept the original pink and gold speckled countertops intact.

Left, as a former commercial interior designer, Lafitte had experience with 3D art, so she created the large pink daisy artwork over the sofa. Right, since moving in, the couple has found several treasures, such as these original paintings by Marilyn Murphy, who lived in the house as a teen and is now a professor emerita of art at Vanderbilt University. Lafitte plans to remount and hang them in the home.

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CounterTop Solutions Greg Strange 313 N. Redbud Ave. Broken Arrow, OK 74012-2340 918-259-1076 greg@countertopsolutionsinc.com cre8iveThings PLLC Carl Gibson 9344 S. 67th E. Ave. Tulsa, OK 74133 404-313-2754 cre8iveThings@gmail.com Custom Technologies Plus James Duff 2421 N. Aspen Ave. Broken Arrow, OK 74012 918-251-6303 james@customtechplus.com

Deckit Inc. Rick Vaughan 509-A W. Walnut Ave Broken Arrow, OK 74012 918-809-3456 deckitba@gmail.com Drywall Repair Specialists Inc. Chad Potter 1611 S. Utica Ave., Suite 264 Tulsa, OK 74104 918-437-9255 chadapotter@yahoo.com EDS Wealth Agency Ed McIntyre 9717 E. 42nd St., Suite 103 Tulsa, OK 74146 918-809-0042 ed@edswealth.com EDS Wealth Agency Michael Warren 4040 Hillside Drive Sapulpa, OK 74066 918-512-1360 warrenm63@gmail.com Elite Cabinets Brandon Massey 4450 S. 74th E. Ave. Tulsa, OK 74145 918-794-0757 brandon@elitecabinetstulsa.com Emmons Construction LLC Matt Emmons 8446 S. Peoria Ave., Suite B Tulsa, OK 74132 918-995-7105 matt@buildwithemmons.com EuroCraft Inc. Hjorny Skaftason 16052 S. Broadway St. Glenpool, OK 74033 918-322-5500 hjorny@eurocraftgranite.com Ferguson Bath, Kitchen and Lighting Gallery Susie Rose 6311 S. Garnett Road Broken Arrow, OK 74012 918-663-0004 susan.rose@ferguson.com

Fredrick Construction Co. Richard Fredrick 2092 W. Cave Cotton Loop Benson, AZ 85602 918-625-5459 fredrickremodels@att.net Garage Innovations Inc. Jason Johnson 4560 W. 57th St. Tulsa, OK 74107 918-872-7990 jason@garageinnovation.com Grant Homes Remodel and Restoration Peter Grant 2845 S. Florence Ave. Tulsa, OK 74114 918-744-8487 peter@granthomestulsa.com Hammer Stars Inc. Josh Zajac 1719 S. 94th E. Ave. Tulsa, OK 74112 918-928-7205 hammerstars@hammerstars.com Hammer Stars Inc. Jacob Giroux 1719 S. 94th E. Ave. Tulsa, OK 74112 918-928-7205 jacob@hammerstars.com Heatwave Supply Inc. Nanett Guillory 6529 E. 14th St. Tulsa, OK 74135 918-838-9841 nanett@heatwavesupply.com Heatwave Supply Inc. Roland Rice 6529 E. 14th St. Tulsa, OK 74135 918-838-9841 receptionist@heatwavesupply.com Home Innovations LLC Chad McCutchen 621 E. Lakeview Drive Sapulpa, OK 74066 918-282-9213 chad@homeinnovationsok.com Fall 2022

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HUB International Mid-America Mark Priess 6100 S. Yale Ave., Suite 1900 Tulsa, OK 74136 918-712-5274 mark.priess@hubinternational.com

Masterpiece Renovations Inc. David Molony P.O. Box 141095 Broken Arrow, OK 74014 918-409-3555 david@masterpiecerenovations.com

Premium Cabinets of Tulsa Austin Gullic 12236 E. 60th St. Tulsa, OK 74146 918-549-5553 austing@premiumcabinets.com

Sonrise Construction Mike Fournier P.O. Box 141007 Broken Arrow, OK 74014 918-357-7777 mike@sonriseconstruction.com

Independent Material Co. Inc. Jennifer Kudirka 34 N. Owasso Ave. Tulsa, OK 74120 918-582-0196 jennifer@independentmaterial.com

McCallum and Sons Drywall and Construction Mike McCallum 608 E. Line Ave. Sapulpa, OK 74066 918-512-8100 drywall918@gmail.com

Re-Bath of Tulsa Glenn Simms 6570 E. 41st St. Tulsa, OK 74145 918-488-0600 info@rebathoftulsa.com

Sparks Construction Brett Neil 7837 E. 134th St. S. Bixby, OK 74008 918-369-3780 admin@sparksbixby.com

Reeves Remodeling Stephen Reeves 33 Dylan Drive Inola, OK 74036 918-264-8785 reevesremodeling918@gmail.com

Spectrum Paint Co. Gentry Stafford 15247 E. Skelly Drive Tulsa, OK 74166 918-398-2188 gentry@spectrumpaint.com

ReHome Paxton Davis 8881 State Highway 66, Suite B Tulsa, OK 74131 918-807-9991 paxton@rehomeok.com

Tallent Electrical Services Elijah Tallent 3606 E. 69th Place Tulsa, OK 74136 918-697-6304 tallentelectric@outlook.com

Remarkable Painting Les Brooker 6017 N. 40th W. Ave. Tulsa, OK 74126 918-406-4140 remarkableremodelandpaint@gmail.com

The Buckingham Group Inc. Edward Kaplan 4727 S. Memorial Drive Tulsa, OK 74145 918-624-2666 kaplan-bgi@tulsacoxmail.com

Renovations By Helms Inc. Barry Helms, GMB CGR CGB CAPS CGP 17 E. Dawes Ave. Bixby, OK 74008 918-369-5545 rbhbarry@olp.net

Tulsa Area Screen Co. Heidi Roy 4405 W. Kent Circle Broken Arrow, OK 74012 918-249-1756 tulsaareascreen@cox.net

RLR Custom Interior Inc. Robby Reed P.O. Box 2241 Sapulpa, OK 74066 918-760-4477 rlrcustominc79@gmail.com

Tulsa Fireplace Supply Bud Farris 9251 S. Garnett Road Broken Arrow, OK 74012 918-250-0800 jill@tulsafireplace.com

Robinson Glass Clark Robinson 7240 E. 46th St. Tulsa, OK 74145 918-664-7904 clark@robinsonglass.com

Visions Tile and Stone Inc. Dennis Pine 6801 E. 14th St. Tulsa, OK 74112 918-592-1234 dennis@visionstulsa.com

Rosser Midwest Stone Toni Rosser 10324 E. 50th St. Tulsa, OK 74146 918-663-3131 rossermidweststone@msn.com

W Design LLC Weldon Bowman 608 E. Third St. Tulsa, OK 74120 918-794-6616 weldon@wdesignsite.com

Select Outdoor Solutions LLC Pat Owen 7122 S. Sheridan Road, Suite 2-251 Tulsa, OK 74133 918-742-4298 sales@selectoutdoorsolutions.com

We B Trees Tim Nall P.O. Box 9563 Tulsa, OK 74157 918-446-3473 tim@webtrees.com

JDV Interiors Dixie Moseley 4224 S. Peoria Ave., Suite 2 Tulsa, OK 74105 918-938-6021 dixie.jdv.interiors@gmail.com Keller Williams Realty Advantage John Spillyards 2651 E. 21st St., Suite 100 Tulsa, OK 74114 918-344-9995 johnspillyards@kw.com Kelsey Co. Howard Kelsey 8022 S. Memorial Drive, Suite 204 Tulsa, OK 74133 918-286-1303 N7859W@aol.com Kirkendall Design LLC Julia Kirkendall 11110 S. 82nd E. Place, Suite A Bixby, OK 74008 918-250-1650 kirkendalldesign@gmail.com Langdon Publishing/TulsaPeople Andrea Canada 1603 S. Boulder Ave. Tulsa, OK 74119 918-585-9924, ext. 211 andrea@langdonpublishing.com LKP Woodworks LLC Logan Patterson 11891 N. 194th E. Ave. Collinsville, OK 74012 918-606-2889 lkpwoodworks@gmail.com M&M Lumber Co. Scott Shultz 4711 S. Mingo Road Tulsa, OK 74146 918-627-1926 scott@mmlumberco.com Marvin Krueger CPA, CMA Marvin Krueger 10707 E. 76th St. S. Tulsa, OK 74133 918-250-7610 marvronek@aol.com 46

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Outdoor to the max Sonrise Construction BEFORE

R EMODELER BIO: Sonrise Construction builds and remodels in Tulsa and its suburbs, having begun in 2000, and now has over 11,000 highly satisfied customers. Owner Mike Fournier, CAPS, CGB is the 2021 Tulsa Builder of the Year and also has won two national awards for remodeling. Other awards are from Houzz, Home Advisor, Tulsa World, and the City of Broken Arrow — which voted Sonrise Construction “Best of Broken Arrow” in 2012.

These awards speak to the company’s consistent attention to detail, quality craftsmanship, excellent customer service and superior artisans handling the installation, many of which have decades of experience.

Sonrise Construction is a member of the Home Builders Association of Greater Tulsa, and its Remodelers Council and the Oklahoma Home Builders Association. Sonrise is a preferred builder and remodeler with the City of Tulsa and the City of Broken Arrow.

PROJECT: Enclosed porch and outdoor living area 16744 E. 48TH ST. To begin this beautification project, Sonrise Construction removed an existing covered porch and an old pergola. The new design incorporated a plethora of items. The total square footage of the patio was expanded and stamped concrete was poured on the whole rear side of the home. A custom corner outdoor brick fi replace was built and an oversized stained cedar pergola was constructed on one side.

The existing covered porch area was turned into a large outdoor enclosed living space with stained cedar and painted tongue-and-groove roof decking.

The enclosed porch received a soaring gable ceiling, ceiling fans, overhead gas heaters and accent LED lighting. The entire room was screened in with patio doors on two sides. Plus, the gable portion of the roof space had special tinted plexiglass panels installed to match the dual skylights on each side of the ceiling that utilized the same special tinted panels. Additionally, just beside this area, a new stucco finish retaining wall was built and a stained cedar fence installed with new landscaping to tie everything together. The total duration of the project was 2.5 months.

MAJOR INTERSECTION: On East 51st Street between South 145th and 177th East Avenues DIRECTIONS: From 51st Street turn north on 165th East Avenue. At roundabout turn right onto East 49th Street. At next roundabout take the second right onto South 168th East Avenue. Then first left onto East 48th Street. House is located on the left at the corner of East 48th Street and South 128th East Avenue.

SUPPLIERS: M&M Lumber, Sawdust, Camps Contractors, Ryder Brick, Tulsa Fireplace Supply, Spectrum Paint

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Function and finesse Sonrise Construction PROJECT: Total home remodel, and addition of attached garage, new laundry room, pavilion/outdoor living 11018 S. TOLEDO AVE. Th is nine-month remodel process for two prominent Tulsa Realtors began with a complete gut of the fi rst floor and staircase. The design included converting a hall bathroom into an elaborate bar area. The kitchen and dining room areas were expanded, creating more room for an elegant center island and custom cabinets.

Wall headers were raised, and walls were removed to dramatically open the space. New windows and doors were installed on the rear side of the home to make it brighter and more welcoming into the new and adjoining outdoor living area. The floor plan was modified to include building a new laundry room and mud room adjacent to the new layout of the kitchen. The primary bedroom footprint was modified for a more palatable use of space, and the primary bathroom and closets were completely renovated with a new layout and design. The staircase to the second floor received new rails and flooring.

The front exterior received a new lawn sprinkler system, landscaping, turf, and a custom gas lamp installed over the entry. Also, the home was converted to painted brick for a clean and elegant home elevation.

A new attached, oversized two-car garage was built with an enclosed and covered walkway so the whole area seamlessly segues from one to the next. The area opens up to an outdoor living area and kitchen attached to the new garage. A larger concrete patio was poured with a stained cedar porch that can be enclosed with remote-control screens. A new wood-burning fi repit sits atop a flagstone seating area, and an oversized custom pool anchors the entire outside design.

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R EMODELER BIO: Sonrise Construction builds and remodels in Tulsa and its suburbs, having begun in 2000, and now has over 11,000 highly satisfied customers. Owner Mike Fournier, CAPS, CGB is the 2021 Tulsa Builder of the Year and also has won two national awards for remodeling. Other awards are from Houzz, Home Advisor, Tulsa World, and the City of Broken Arrow — which voted Sonrise Construction “Best of Broken Arrow” in 2012.

These awards speak to the company’s consistent attention to detail, quality craftsmanship, excellent customer service and superior artisans handling the installation, many of which have decades of experience.

Sonrise Construction is a member of the Home Builders Association of Greater Tulsa, and its Remodelers Council and the Oklahoma Home Builders Association. Sonrise is a preferred builder and remodeler with the City of Tulsa and the City of Broken Arrow.

MAJOR INTERSECTION: East 111th Street and South Lewis Avenue DIRECTIONS: From Lewis head west on 111th. Turn north onto Toledo Avenue; house will be immediately on the left.

SUPPLIERS: M&M Lumber, Mill Creek, Spectrum Paint, Ryder Brick, Hammer Stars, Phantom Screens *Companies in bold are members of the Home Builders Association of Greater Tulsa

Mike Fournier 918-357-7777 sonriseconstruction.com Fall 2022

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Suite retreat Hammer Stars BEFORE

R EMODELER BIO: Established in 2014, Hammer Stars is a family-owned business dedicated to building lifelong relationships with satisfied customers. Its highly motivated team is dedicated to constant communication, creative innovations and providing high quality products to build your dream home. As general contractors, Hammer Stars facilitates turn-key remodels of all shapes and sizes. The company is devoted to bringing quality, excellence and integrity to every project.

PROJECT: Suite/office addition 1719 S. 94TH E. AVE. A 545-square-foot mother-in-law suite/office addition with a fully separate entry was added to this east Tulsa property. The structure has 9-foot ceilings to provide ample space, along with a half bath, kitchenette and two separate rooms with closets, which could be used as bedrooms in the future. The remodeler paid close attention to match the existing, original Boston Siding adorning the 1960s home to make sure the addition flowed well with the original look of the house. Finishes include granite countertops with painted wood cabinetry and plenty of windows for natural lighting. A privacy fence was added and in the future the homeowner plans to add a gravel driveway and parking area to create separate parking in the back while using the space as an office. The project also included a covered patio extension that connects with the existing covered patio.

MAJOR INTERSECTION: East 21st Street and South Memorial Drive DIRECTIONS: From U.S. 169, go west on 21st Street no more than a quarter of a mile. Turn north on 93rd East Avenue, turn east on 17th Place, turn north on 94th East Avenue and house will be the second on the right-hand side.

SUPPLIERS: M&M Lumber, ProSource Wholesale Floorcovering, Home Depot, Lowe’s

Josh Zajac 918-928-7205 hammerstars.com *Companies in bold are members of the Home Builders Association of Greater Tulsa

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Sophisticated style Emmons Construction PROJECT: Primary bath remodel 2811 E. 44TH COURT After living in their house for five years, these homeowners decided it was time to update the primary bathroom. Large soffits, brass hardware, a cultured marble tub and a small shower enclosure were removed to create a more open, lighter and inviting space. The larger shower with surround custom glass enclosure invigorates the morning routine while the stand-alone tub is calming and relaxing after a hard day’s work. Custom vanities with a beautiful natural wood stain provide the perfect amount of storage.

MAJOR INTERSECTION: East 41st Street and South Harvard Avenue DIRECTIONS: Travel west on 41st to South Florence Avenue. Turn south on 44th Place. Go west on 44th Place to 44th Court. Follow the street north and west; house is on the north side of cul-de-sac.

SUPPLIERS: M&M Lumber, Drywall Repair Specialists, CounterTop Solutions, Woodstock Cabinets

R EMODELER BIO: Emmons Construction was born from a desire to provide quality craftsmanship and undeniable customer service for small residential remodels to large commercial building projects. As a Certified Graduate Remodeler, Matthew Emmons brings more than 20 years of experience providing unequaled customer service from the design and planning stages of projects through production. Client satisfaction and a quality final product are at the forefront of every project from start to finish.

Matthew Emmons 918-995-7105 buildwithemmons.com

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Midtown makeover The Buckingham Group BEFORE

R EMODELER BIO: The Buckingham Group is an award-winning, full-service design-build remodeling company providing interior and exterior remodeling and restoration service for existing homes. Founded in 1981, it is recognized as one of the pioneers and current leaders in residential design-build remodeling in the Tulsa metropolitan area. The scope of its work includes kitchens, bathrooms, home entertainment rooms, home additions, wholehouse remodels, historic renovations, exterior transformations, outdoor kitchens, and window and door replacements.

PROJECT: Total home remodel, outdoor kitchen and swimming pool 2962 E. 45TH PLACE When these homeowners retired, their vision was to find a place that would become the center for family gatherings. The midtown infill home built in 2008 provided the perfect location but was lacking in the family’s wish list of interior and exterior amenities. The remodeling timetable was shortened when the family sold their existing home and had a firm move-out date. To expedite the design-build process, Buckingham Group divided the total project into four phases: interior renovation, an exterior face lift, construction of a covered outdoor kitchen, and installation of a swimming pool and bathroom.

Within seven weeks the design and proposal for a total interior remodel and exterior facelift was complete. New furnishings were selected and ordered. While construction of this phase was underway, Buckingham Group completed the design for the outdoor kitchen and swimming pool. From beginning to end, with planning and construction running parallel, the project’s timetable was 10 months. The owners moved into the home on schedule.

MAJOR INTERSECTION: East 51st Street and South Harvard Avenue DIRECTIONS: From 51st Street head north on Harvard to 45th Street. Turn left (west) onto 45th and follow it as it curves initially to the south and then to the west. Continue on 45th to the stop sign and then bear to the left (south) onto 45th Place. Follow 45th Place to the home, which is on the south side of street.

Ed Kaplan 918-624-2666 kaplan-bgi@tulsacoxmail.com

SUPPLIERS: M&M Lumber, Heatwave Supply, Hahn Appliance Warehouse, Turner Roofing, Woodstock Cabinets, Mike Loper Painting

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Custom creation Dana Build and Design PROJECT: Kitchen, family room and bathroom 3127 S. BOSTON COURT This project was inherited by Dana Build and Design as an “in-progress project” when the homeowner let their previous contractor go. Dana Build and Design hit the ground running by knocking down walls to open the kitchen and family room. The plumbing and electrical were moved in the redesign of the kitchen area. Once finished, the client loved the custom modern kitchen that is a one-of-a-kind design

by Jay Rambo. Three different cabinet finishes — stainless steel, textured and high-gloss — were used to achieve a three-dimensional effect. The trio of surfaces all worked beautifully together. The family room was updated as well. In the bathroom, the floating cabinet addition has a vessel sink that makes a bold statement.

BEFORE

R EMODELER BIO: Dana Day has been exceeding homeowners’ expectations for over 18 years as a builder/designer/remodeler in the Tulsa area.

Her commitment to excellence is obvious when you step into one of Dana’s homes and see her attention to detail, “wow” factors and quality. Dana exemplifies luxurious design with practical consideration. She elevates your home with personalized features you never knew you wanted. Her homes deliver a livable luxury you do not want to live without.

MAJOR INTERSECTION: East 31st Street and Riverside Drive DIRECTIONS: Travel east on 31st and turn right onto Boston Court; the house will be the fifth on the left.

SUPPLIERS: Jay Rambo, Mill Creek, Metro Appliances and More Editor’s note: Day Build and Design is rebranding and will now be known as Dana Build and Design.

*Companies in bold are members of the Home Builders Association of Greater Tulsa

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A destination resort Grant Homes Remodel and Restoration BEFORE

R EMODELER BIO: Grant Homes Remodel and Restoration is a Tulsa-based firm that has provided construction services in the midtown and surrounding areas for more than two decades. Quality craftsmanship and integrity have earned it a reputation as one of the city’s premier remodeling companies. Grant Homes specializes in the renovation and restoration of older, turn-ofthe-century homes located in Tulsa’s historical neighborhoods, as well as custom renovations throughout greater Tulsa.

PROJECT: Pool, pool house and outdoor living 2845 S. FLORENCE AVE. Recent years have been challenging with masks, quarantines and sheltering in place. One way to avoid the inconveniences of all things pandemic is to create your own destination resort with all the amenities of exotic locations.

The third and final phase of this midtown remodel project completes a 10-year plan to provide the perfect sanctuary for its owners. The focal point is a rectangular sport pool featuring a tanning shelf, sheer cascading fountain and fire bowls. Large enough for laps or volleyball, it’s perfect for the owners’ active lifestyle. Complementing the pool is a 1,000-square-foot attached pool house, which combines the features of a game room and sports bar. It features multiple big screen TVs, a fireplace, bar, table tennis and casual seating. Finally, a large covered outdoor seating area provides shade from Oklahoma’s intense sunshine.

MAJOR INTERSECTION: East 31st Street and South Harvard Avenue DIRECTIONS: At Harvard head west on 31st Street. Turn north on Florence Avenue.

SUPPLIERS: Drywall Repair Specialists, Elder Paint, Emser Tile, Ferguson Enterprises, Fiesta Pools, Greater Tulsa Plumbing, JDV Interiors, LKP Woodworks, Lowe’s, M&M Lumber, Mill Creek Lumber, More Insulation, ProSource Wholesale Floorcovering, Spectrum Paint, Surfaces, Tallent Electrical Services

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John Brooks Walton with wife, Mag

The man who invented Maple Ridge

BY CONNIE CRONLEY

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earded and bespectacled, John Brooks Walton was a woolen mitten of a man with a melodious baritone, dry wit and passion for historic Tulsa houses.

The prolific architect’s affable image was an asset. A potential client was impressed with a candidate in a Mercedes convertible and a Brooks Brothers suit, but Walton, who arrived wearing a sweater and driving a van with a dog in the front seat, looked easier to work with and was hired.

He was a historic renovator, author, painter, pack rat collector whose garage sales became so famous police had to direct traffic and a father of six who wrangled the entire family into his renovation projects.

Thrifty of purse but generous of heart, he ran an extension cord out to the unsheltered man who slept behind his office.

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He was trained in contemporary design (but loved traditional architecture best), was mentored by legendary John Duncan Forsyth and besotted by the storybook cottages of Charles Stevens Dilbeck.

Walton’s versatility was remarkable: Country French, Country English, contemporary, rural English, Irish cottage, California modern, barn concept, horse stable and more.

He grew up in Ponca City trailing after two Auntie Mame aunts, drew houses by age 4 and married his college sweetheart, Margaret “Mag” Stanley, after they graduated from Oklahoma A&M University in 1953.

With a medical 4-F designation (no Korean War service, no GI Bill benefits) in the mid1950s, he couldn’t join the other young architects buying homes in Tulsa’s new, hip, all-electric

Lortondale area. For $35,000 he and Mag bought a house at 1217 Hazel Blvd. and began renovating it. That launched a profitable side gig — flipping houses.

It wasn’t called Maple Ridge then. “They were just big, old houses that nobody wanted,” Mag says, “but they were wonderful for big families.”

“No air conditioning,” daughter Ann Walton remembers. The Walton children slept on the house’s sleeping porch during the summer.

In 1965, with a houseful of children under the age of 12 and no clients, Walton opened his own architecture firm. “It was scary,” Mag laughs, “but great fun. We thought, ‘It’ll all work out.’” She went to night school to get a master’s degree and tutored students.

He bought, restored and sold some 20 old houses in Maple Ridge and 30 or more nearby.

Sometimes he bought all the contents of the old houses. He collected everything from door knobs to fireplace mantels. He shopped with both abandon and a shrewd eye, flea markets to the Far East.

He repurposed (frayed carpets into upholstered footstools), he rehomed (art deco chandeliers for a client’s new home), he filled a warehouse and sold the overflow.

Next personal renovation: the legendary W. G. Skelly Mansion, 2101 S. Madison Ave. Some years later, Mag turned their mansion home into a boarding house with exchange students from Mexico. “I had 10 at the table for breakfast, lunch and dinner,” she says.

Walton put Maple Ridge on the map, and it is now known as upscale and historic. Southern Living Magazine recognized him in 1990 for his historic preservation work.

“He was a character and funny as hell,” says architect Scott Ferguson, Walton’s employee for 10 years. He remembers how Walton lugged three “big, monster bags of crystal and china” back from England, sailing through Customs with a cheerful, “I have nothing to declare,” and how he met with a client, knocked out a complete design in an hour, then held it for three weeks to give the project gravitas.

He was the Grand Poobah of taste, unexpectedly rearranging the furniture in homes and offices he visited and dictating in his own home. “I had to put my Monkees poster behind the door,” Ann says.

In his 70s he started writing his 14 books about Tulsa-area homes, architecture and art, which sprouted from the recurring “Historic Homes” column that ran in TulsaPeople Magazine starting in 1993. In his 80s, with a shaky hand that couldn’t draw a straight line, he stopped practicing architecture, daughter Jane Walton says. “He picked up a paint brush instead and those squiggly lines became magic on canvas.”

His last great garage sale was a four-day affair.

He died the following year, Oct. 22, 2016, at age 87.

Among the legacies he left his children was a love of old homes, a tendency to rearrange other people’s furniture and a fearless spirit: Just go for it. It’ll all work out. TP

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